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    "Key": "CUN-DTT",
    "orig": {
      "code": "CUN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Cancún",
      "fullCity": "Cancún, Quintana Roo",
      "airport": "Cancún Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "DTT",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Detroit",
      "fullCity": "Detroit, Michigan",
      "airport": "Detroit Metro Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "The flight from Cancún to Detroit is about 1,480 miles and typically takes 3 hours and 57 minutes. The return flight takes about 3 hours and 55 minutes, so the durations are nearly the same in both directions.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Yes, Delta and Frontier both fly nonstop from Cancún to Detroit, with Delta operating up to 101 weekly flights and Frontier 7 weekly — both run daily. Nonstop flights take about 4 hours, while the fastest one-stop connections (often via Atlanta or Toronto) add roughly 3½ hours of travel time. Delta's typical nonstop fare is around $873 and Frontier's around $816, though connecting itineraries can dip as low as $442.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Detroit?",
        "answer": "At Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) bus provides direct service to downtown Detroit for $8 at the door, with rideshare, taxi, and rental car options also available. Public transit via SMART and FAST buses connects to the city and suburbs, though DAX is the most direct and widely used for downtown access. Taxis and rideshares offer door-to-door convenience, while rental cars are plentiful for onward travel. The DAX bus is typically the fastest and most-used option for reaching the city center.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/dtw/other-ground-transportation/public-transportation",
            "title": "Public Transportation | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-dtw",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-13T12:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
            "time_published": "2018-02-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
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          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Average fares from Cancún to Detroit bottom out around $345 in late September, making it the cheapest stretch to fly. The cheapest months overall are September at about $348, October at $359, and February at $369, while the most expensive period is late December, when fares average roughly $466.",
        "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "For Cancún to Detroit, the best fares are typically found by booking 4 to 6 weeks before departure, with the absolute lowest price around 35 days out at roughly $286. Booking much earlier, like 5 to 6 months ahead, can cost significantly more, averaging around $400 or higher. For summer and holiday periods, demand is higher so you'll generally want to book closer to the 6-week mark rather than waiting until the last minute.",
        "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights operate from Cancún to Detroit — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg are scheduled on this route.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Delta and Frontier operate nonstop service from Cancún to Detroit, with Delta offering about 101 weekly flights and Frontier around 7 per week. Delta's median fare on this route is approximately $873, while Frontier's is about $816.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Cancún and Detroit?",
        "answer": "Common layover cities include Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston. These hubs offer broad connections and efficient transfers for a competitive total travel time."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Detroit?",
        "answer": "May to June and September to early October offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, your U.S. visa or ESTA if required, proof of onward travel, and a payment method for baggage and any necessary vaccination or insurance documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Detroit?",
        "answer": "Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is the only major commercial airport serving Detroit. It is located about 20 miles southwest of downtown and is a major hub for Delta Air Lines, offering extensive domestic and international connections."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Cancún Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From downtown Cancún, you can reach the airport via public ADO buses, shared shuttle vans, private transfers, taxis, ride‑share (Uber is available but pickup rules vary), or rental car. The ADO bus is the most popular and economical choice, departing frequently from the downtown station directly to the terminals. Taxis and private transfers offer the fastest, door‑to‑door convenience at a higher cost, while driving yourself is possible with ample parking at the airport.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://airportcun.com",
            "title": "Cancun Airport Official Information | CUN | Arrivals, Departures and Transfers",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport-cun.com/lounges.php",
            "title": "Lounge Cancun Airport (CUN)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport-cun.com/terminal-3.php",
            "title": "Cancun Airport Terminal 3",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportcun.com/private-transportation",
            "title": "Cancun Airport Private Transfers | Cancun International Airport (CUN)",
            "time_published": "2024-04-30T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canc%C3%BAn_International_Airport",
            "title": "Cancún International Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-15T22:11:41Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Detroit airport?",
        "answer": "Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) does not have on‑site sleeping pods or capsule hotels, but a hotel is directly connected to the McNamara Terminal. The Evans Terminal has no attached hotel, though several nearby hotels, such as the Detroit Metro Airport Marriott and Fairfield Inn & Suites, offer complimentary shuttle service from both terminals.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/detroit.htm",
            "title": "Detroit Airport Guide (DTW) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-01-15T15:13:03Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/detroit-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Detroit Airport Guide (DTW) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2018-08-03T10:05:14Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/dtwfr-fairfield-inn-and-suites-detroit-metro-airport-romulus/overview/",
            "title": "Detroit Airport Hotel | Fairfield Detroit Metro Airport Romulus",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/es/en-us/hotels/dtwrm-detroit-metro-airport-marriott/overview/",
            "title": "Detroit Metro Airport Marriott - Hotel in Romulus Near DTW Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/dtwrm-detroit-metro-airport-marriott/overview/",
            "title": "Detroit Metro Airport Marriott - Hotel in Romulus Near DTW Airport",
            "time_published": "2023-08-11T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Detroit Metro Airport?",
        "answer": "Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) does offer some currency exchange services, though they are limited and may not be available in all terminals; travelers arriving from Cancún should check near the international arrivals area in the McNamara Terminal. Prayer rooms and chapels are available at DTW, with a chapel located in the McNamara Terminal near Gate A36 and another interfaith reflection room in the North Terminal near Gate D17. The airport provides free Wi‑Fi throughout both terminals, with no time limits or fees, making it easy to stay connected upon arrival.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/at-dtw/services-amenities",
            "title": "Services & Amenities | Wayne County Airport Authority",
            "favicon": "https://metroairport.com/themes/custom/wcaa/images/favicons/apple-touch-icon.png"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-us/dtw-news/detroit-metropolitan-airport-offers-helpful-holiday-travel-tips",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport offers helpful holiday travel tips | Wayne County Airport Authority",
            "time_published": "2019-11-25T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
            "title": "Detroit Metropolitan Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
            "time_published": "2018-02-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
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          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Cancún and Detroit airports?",
        "answer": "Cancún International Airport provides disabled access in its lounges and has wheelchair-accessible restrooms, while Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) offers wheelchair assistance through your airline, Braille signage, hearing loops, family restrooms, and a TSA Cares helpline at (855) 787-2227. To arrange mobility assistance at DTW, contact your airline in advance and visit its ticket counter upon arrival; at Cancún, request services through your airline at least 48 hours before your flight. Neither airport specifically mentions children's play areas in the available information, but family restrooms are available at both.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
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          {
            "url": "https://www.airport-cun.com/lounges.php",
            "title": "Lounge Cancun Airport (CUN)",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.airport-cun.com/?day=yesterday",
            "title": "Cancun Airport (CUN)",
            "time_published": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportcun.com",
            "title": "Cancun Airport Official Information | CUN | Arrivals, Departures and Transfers",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://airportcun.com/vip-lounge",
            "title": "VIP Lounge Información- Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún",
            "time_published": "2025-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canc%C3%BAn_International_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-15T22:11:41Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/at-dtw/getting-around/accessibility-additional-assistance",
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          {
            "url": "https://metroairport.com/about-us/contact-us",
            "title": "Contact Us | Wayne County Airport Authority",
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          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_feb_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes",
            "time_published": "2018-02-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/ntap_aug_18/EC10000.html",
            "title": "Michigan. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) Standard Taxi Routes"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit%20Metropolitan%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-04-30T20:15:38Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Cancún to Detroit, so all flights connect. The most common aircraft on the longer leg are the Airbus A321-100 (especially via Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Chicago O'Hare, and Philadelphia on American) and various Boeing 737 variants — the 737 MAX 8, 737-800, and 737 MAX 9 — on United and Southwest via Houston, Newark, Denver, and Baltimore. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while many of these planes offer Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment, the specific amenities depend on the carrier and the individual aircraft.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Delta (SkyTeam) and Frontier (unaffiliated, no alliance) operate nonstop service from Cancún to Detroit. Other alliances — Star Alliance and oneworld — do not have a nonstop presence on this route, though they may offer connecting itineraries.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Cancún?",
        "answer": "Cancún International Airport has several lounge options across its terminals. In Terminal 2, you'll find the Mera Business Lounge and The Lounge Cancun by Global Lounge Network. Terminal 3 offers the VIP Lounge by MERA Roof, another Mera Business Lounge, and The Lounge. Terminal 4 houses a Mera Business Lounge for national flights, a Mera Business Lounge for international flights, and The Lounge in Partnership with Air Transat. These lounges generally accept Priority Pass and day-pass purchases, but there are no airline-branded lounges like Delta Sky Club or American Admirals Club at CUN.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CUN",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Cancun International Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/cancun-international",
            "title": "Cancun International CUN lounges - CUN Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/airport-guides/cancun-international",
            "title": "Cancún Airport Guide | Priority Pass",
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            "time_published": "2024-11-05T16:20:09Z"
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            "url": "https://airportcun.com",
            "title": "Cancun Airport Official Information | CUN | Arrivals, Departures and Transfers",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/es-mx/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CUN",
            "title": "Salas de American Express en Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún | Amex MX",
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        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Baggage allowance on Cancún–Detroit flights varies by airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares typically include one free checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Cancún to Detroit?",
        "answer": "Typical cabins include Economy and standard recliner Business class; flat-bed Business is uncommon, and Premium Economy is generally not offered on this route."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy fares usually do not."
      }
    }
  }
}